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WHAT YOU SHOULD DO IF YOU HEAR SIRENS The sirens are tested on the first In Berrien County we use early-warning sirens to alert you of a serious emergency. They will sound if there is a nuclear accident, chemical spill, Saturday of the month at I p.m.
weather emergency or other possible dangerous condition in our county. All monthly tests, except for April, 1 If the emergency siren sounds for three to five minutes, tune to the consist of a short siren sound lasting less television and radio stations listed in this section. All of the stations listed than a minute. On the first Saturday of are part of the local Emergency Alert System (EAS). These stations will April, we test all emergency sirens for broadcast emergency information. Some of the stations may experience three minutes at 1 p.m. as part of our a delay in getting emergency information out due to computerized comprehensive safety plan. At other programming or limited broadcast scheduling. Check all of the listed times, you may hear sound-level tests stations until you find one broadcasting emergency information. also lasting less than a minute.
I10If you hear a siren for less than a minute or a siren repeated in less-than-a-minute intervals, it is probably calling a volunteer fire department.
However, tune to an area radio or television station listed below to be
- TUNE TO ONE OF THESE RADIO OR TV STATIONS FOR sure. EMERGENCY INFORMATION.
1 If you notice that a siren is damaged or not working, call 269-983-7141 immediately. The Berrien County Emergency Management Office maintains the sirens. For your protection, report non-working sirens right away. FM WAUS - 90.7 WEFM - 95.9 WCSY - 103.7 m VACATIONERS AND VISITORS WSJM - 94.9 wY-z - 97.5 WIRX - 107.1 If you hear sirens while vacationing or visiting in the area, seek shelter indoors or in your vehicle. Tune to one of the television or radio stations WAOR - 95.7 WCXT - 98.3 (listed at right). Follow all directions given by park officials, sheriff and police officers. During a weather emergency do not stay in your vehicle. It is All call letters are accurate at the time of printing. All stations are on the air 24 hours2.777778e-4 days <br />0.00667 hours <br />3.968254e-5 weeks <br />9.132e-6 months <br />.
not safe!
m BOATERS AND CAMPERS If you hear emergency sirens while boating, do not wait for further warning.
I WNDU -TV 16 Teeiso WSBT - TV 22 WSJV - TV 28 WBND - TV 57 Tune to the marine channel 16 (156.8 MHz) or to an area radio station listed All call letters are accurate at the time of printing.
below for emergency information. Marine patrol boats will also warn boaters on Lake Michigan if there is a serious emergency. You will be told the location of safe waterways and docking areas.
If you hear sirens while camping, hiking, swimming or visiting in area parks, follow all emergency instructions from park officials. At Warren Dunes and Grand Mere state parks, officials will use the public address system Follow all broadcast instructions promptly.
or mobile alert units to let you know what you should do. At other local The radio or television news person will tell you what actions you should parks, immediately tune to an area radio station listed at right and follow take, if any.
instructions.
WHATYOU SHOULD DO IF YOU ARE TOLD FUNCTIONAL NEEDS CARD TO SEEK SHELTER OR STAY INDOORS r Cut
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- - ------ I-For most emergencies it is safer to stay indoors. The wind will blow any toxic or poisonous fumes and gases away in a short time. During a severe weather NO POSTAGE NECESSARY emergency, buildings offer the best protection, especially basements. While IF MAILED indoors, do the following: IN THE UNITED STATES 10 Keep calm. Panic is your worst enemy in any emergency.
11 Close all windows and doors, and bring pets inside.
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11 Turn off all air-intake systems such as fans and air conditioners. Turn down furnace thermostat. Close fireplace dampers. IBUSINESS REPLY MAIL FIRST-CLASS MAIL PERMIT NO. 10 BRIDGMAN, MI 0- If your building has a basement, take a radio and go there. POSTAGE WILL BE PAID BY ADDRESSEE 0- Do not go outside to see what is happening until you are told it is safe to go out or are told to evacuate. If you must go outdoors briefly to warn someone during a nuclear emergency, cover your nose and mouth with a DIVISION OF BERRIEN COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE piece of cloth such as a towel or scarf. BERRIEN COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT Ip Do not use the telephone or internet unless it is absolutely necessary. We 2100 E EMPIRE AVE must keep telephone lines open for emergency use. BENTON HARBOR Ml 49022-9995 10 Stay out of your car or vehicle in a weather emergency. Seek shelter in the basement of a nearby building or in a ditch until the weather emergency passes.
1111.11111.11.111.1111.1111111u1111I 1 1 1 1 Ih1 II,3 iii II IMPORTANT: Do not pick up children from schools or daycare centers. School staff and child caregivers will keep children in school until it is safe to go out again.
Ifyou have functional needs, People with functional needs in an emergency include those with vision fill out the other side or hearing impairments, physical or mental disabilities, or no means of of this card.
z transportation. To get help in an emergency, please fill out the Functional Needs card on the next page and mail it today. IMPORTANT: Please fill out a new Functional Needs card each year. The Berrien County Health Department will keep your functional needs information on file for one year.
rn Please fill out a new card and mail it in as soon as you get your new calendar.
z Ifyou know people with functional needs, please volunteer to help them in an emergency. Ifthey do not live nearby or you are not able to help them, 16 please make sure they fill out and mail the Functional Needs card.
0 2013 FUNCTIONAL NEEDS INFORMATION WHAT YOU SHOULD DO Ifyou have functional needs, please fill in this card, fold, seal itwith tape and mail IF YOU ARE TOLD TO EVACUATE today! You must send ina card each year to keep our files up to date.
I Listen to the radio or television (see page 16) for instructions. They will Name:
give you evacuation routes and directions to open reception centers. Street Address:
- Go directly to a reception center and register. Follow the evacuation City: Zip: Phone:
routes to the nearest open reception center. The map below shows (Contact Berrien County Emergency Management at 269-983-7111 Ext. 4915 ifthere are evacuation routes in red and marks the four reception centers with red triangles. Please register when you arrive at the center so family and special directions to your home.)
friends will know where you are. After you have registered you may go Ifyou are a part-time resident, please circle the months you stay in Berrien County.
to stay with friends or family who live outside the danger area. Or if you Jan Feb Mar Apr May June July Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec prefer, you will be assigned to a safe, nearby gathering place.
Functional Need (circle all that apply):
D Stay calm. You and others with you should have time to get ready to leave safely. Vision-Impaired Hearing/Speech-Impaired Wheelchair Walker/Cane
- Take only essential items. Pack as if you were going on a trip for only a few Bedridden Ventilator Oxygen Other days. Use the list below as a guide. ....................................................... Fold here .............. . . .........................
D Do not take firearms, alcoholic beverages or illegal drugs.
0 If you have functional needs and have sent in a post card, you will receive Transportation Information Pet Information necessary assistance. If you need help, listen to a local TV or radio station Can a family member or friend Do you have pets that would require special (see page 16) for the telephone number you can call. provide you with transportation attention if you were to evacuate your home?
For a nuclear emergency, call 866-362-3105. if asked to evacuate during Ifso, indicate number of:
an emergency? Cats Dogs
- Have a plan for your pets. Keep in mind that currently, reception centers will only accept pets if they are service animals. Make arrangements to Yes No Service Dogs _
stay with relatives, friends or at a pet-friendly hotel outside of the area.
Other (describe)
Remember to bring your emergency pet kit that includes food, water, medicines, leashes and tags. For more information, see: BringYourPet.com, PetTravelCenter.com and PetsWelcome.com.
- Turn off small appliances, lights and water faucets. However, leave your Emergency Contacts refrigerator and freezer on. Primary Relationship Phone
- Turn off all air-intake systems such as fans and air conditioning. Turn down furnace thermostat. Close fireplace dampers. Alternate Relationship Phone
- Close and lock all windows and doors. The evacuated area will be secured and you will not be allowed to return until it is safe.
- Check on neighbors. Make sure they know how to evacuate and that they have transportation.
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m COOK NUCLEAR PLANT EMERGENCY IMPORTANT: Do not pick up your children from schools or child-care centers. If necessary, they will be taken to shelters outside the danger PLANNING ZONE zone. Listen for directions on TV or radio stations (see page 16) about The white circle area below is a 10-mile radius of the Cook Nuclear Plant in where and when they can be picked up when it is safe. Do not worry Bridgman. It is the Emergency Planning Zone (EPZ). The early-warning siren if you or a family member are in a hospital or other special-care system for Berrien County is within the EPZ. When necessary, area TV and facility, as they also have emergency procedures. radio stations (see page 16) will alert people living inside the EPZ if there is an emergency.
The map shows the Protective Action Areas for the Cook Nuclear Plant.
" THINGS YOU WILL WANT TO BRING WITH YOU During an emergency, we will identify these areas by numbers 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5.
P1 Basics: cash, the Cook Plant Emergency Information Calendar,portable For example, the TV or radio station (see page 16) may say, "Protective Action radio, flashlight, extra batteries, keys, tool kit, bank books, checkbook, Area 1 must evacuate." Or "Protective Action Area 2 must take shelter." Know wallet, purse which of the five Protective Action Areas you live or work in so you can I Bedding: blankets, pillows, sleeping bags respond promptly to instructions.
Toiletries: soap, towels, toothpaste and toothbrushes, razors, sanitary The map uses red lines to show evacuation routes. It uses red, lettered napkins or supplies triangles to show the four reception center locations. During an emergency, Special items: special-diet foods, baby formula and bottles, diapers, listen to area TV or radio stations (see page 16) to learn which evacuation favorite toys or games routes and reception centers to use.
Health supplies: medicines, glasses, dentures, hearing aids, first aid kit, prescription information L: Identification: driver's license, credit cards and important papers Pet supplies
" ONCE YOU ARE IN YOUR VEHICLE
" Drive carefully. There is no need to speed. Follow directions of all sheriff, police and traffic officers.
" Close all windows and vents. Shut off heating and air conditioning.
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Follow the evacuation route to one of these four reception centers (see map at right). Listen to an area radio or TV station (see page 16) to learn which 1
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NUCLEAR EMERGENCY TERMS 4. GENERAL EMERGENCY This is the most serious situation possible at the Cook Nuclear Plant. It could result in the release of a large amount of In the unlikely event that there is an emergency at the Cook Nuclear Plant, radioactive material outside the plant boundary. All federal, state and county four terms will be used to describe each situation. Those four terms are officials will provide help as needed. Protective measures may be required explained below. They are listed in order of least serious (1) to most to ensure the safety of the public as far as 10 miles from the plant. The sirens serious (4). will sound and you will be told by area TV and radio stations (see page 16) if Because of the many safeguards and highly skilled people operating the shelter or evacuation is necessary.
Cook Nuclear Plant, it is very unlikely that a serious event will ever occur Two other key terms: radiation and contamination there. Chances of you having to seek shelter or evacuate because of a 10 Radiation refers to the particles and waves given off by radioactive nuclear emergency are very remote. In most cases, evacuation is ordered material. It is a form of energy that occurs naturally and artificially. We as a safety measure before any danger can come to you or your family.
are exposed to it every day. However, radiation could be harmful to your Federal law, however, requires that the public be told what to do in case of a health and safety if the levels are high enough and the exposure lasts long significant release of radioactive material from the Cook Nuclear Plant. Please keep this Emergency Information Calendar handy and become familiar with enough.
its contents. I0 Contamination is when radioactive material is where it is not supposed Sometimes you will hear news about a drill or an exercise involving the Cook to be. Food, water or air is considered contaminated if it contains more Nuclear Plant. That is because federal, state, county and plant officials are or different types of radioactive material than would be normally present.
required by law to participate regularly in drills and exercises so they are Our bodies, for example, contain very small amounts of the radioactive prepared in case of an emergency. elements potassium 40, carbon 14 and tritium. We are not considered to be contaminated because these elements exist within us naturally.
Remember, you will hear early-warning sirens if shelter or evacuation is However, the presence of strontium 90 (a possible by-product of a nuclear necessary. See page 16. power plant emergency) in food, air or water can indicate contamination.
When the sirens sound, listen to an area TV or radio station for emergency information (see list on page 16) and follow instructions. N STATE OF MICHIGAN POTASSIUM IODIDE DISTRIBUTION
- 1. UNUSUAL EVENT A minor problem at the Cook Nuclear Plant that varies from normal or routine operations. No release of radioactive material is Radioactive iodine (radioiodine) is one of the products that could be expected. Cook Plant officials will notify federal, state and county officials. released in the unlikely event of a serious nuclear power plant accident.
You will not have to do anything. Potassium iodide (KI) is a non-radioactive form of iodine that may be taken to reduce the amount of radioactive iodine absorbed by the body's thyroid
- 2. ALERT An abnormal plant condition that could result in a small release of gland. KI offers protection only to the thyroid gland and its use would be radioactive material inside the plant. This is still considered a minor event.
to supplement evacuation and in-place sheltering. Evacuation and in-place Cook Plant officials will notify federal, state and county officials to stand by. It sheltering are the primary means of protection in a radiological emergency.
is not likely that you will have to do anything.
State and county officials will use the Emergency Alert System (EAS) to notify
- 3. SITE AREA EMERGENCY This is a more serious situation that could result the public of the need to evacuate to an in-place shelter or to take KI. KI in a release of radioactive material around the plant site. All federal, state and is available to persons within 10 miles of Cook Nuclear Plant through the county officials will be ready to help if needed. Protective measures may be Michigan Department of Community Health (MDCH). Detailed instructions required to ensure the safety of the public in a limited area near the plant site on the MDCH distribution of KI can be found on page 21 of this calendar or boundary. If so, the sirens may sound. Tune in immediately to an area TV or www.michigan.gov/KI. It is necessary to pick up your KI prior to an radio station (see page 16) to learn whether you will need to seek shelter or emergency situation at the plant. Complete your voucher and pick up your evacuate. KI at a participating pharmacy at your earliest convenience. You will NOT be able to get KI from the pharmacy during a nuclear plant emergency.
People who are allergic to iodine should not use KI. In the event of an allergic reaction, contact a doctor.
m FACTS ABOUT RADIATION m TYPES OF RADIATION Radiation includes such things as light, heat and radio waves. However, when Radiation is a natural fact of life. we speak of radiation we usually mean "ionizing" radiation. This radiation can Radiation is a form of energy like light or sunshine. There is radiation all produce high-energy, charged particles called "ions" in the materials it strikes.
around us. We are exposed to small amounts of radioactive materials every moment of our lives. The main types of ionizing radiation are:
How we measure radiation. " Alpha particles, which can be stopped by a sheet of paper.
You cannot see, taste, hear or smell ionizing radiation. But we can measure it
- Beta particles, which can be stopped by a thin sheet of metal.
with special instruments. We use a unit called a millirem (mRem) to measure " Gamma rays, which can be stopped almost completely by three feet ionizing radiation. of concrete.
On average, a person living in the U.S. receives about 620 mRem per year " Neutron particles, which can be stopped by water, concrete and metal.
from all radiation sources. A person living within 10 miles of the Cook Nuclear Plant receives an average of about 175 mRem per year from all N EFFECTS OF RADIATION sources. That is because we live at a low elevation and do not live near any Just as too much exposure to the sun can cause a painful sunburn, too much radioactive rock formations. Such low-level radiation is well below the annual exposure to certain levels and types of radiation can have harmful effects.
limit of 5,000 mRem for nuclear plant workers set by the Nuclear Regulatory You would, however, have to be exposed to radiation doses over 20,000 Commission (NRC). mRem within a day to produce effects measurable by a trained doctor. Very Natural background radiation is in the air we breathe. large doses of 50,000 to 100,000 mRem are required before you would feel any The sun covers our earth with cosmic radiation. Some rocks and minerals give ill effects.
off small amounts of radiation. One source you may be familiar with is radon The amount of exposure from radiation depends on:
gas. Many building materials contain radiation. In fact, radioactive particles
- Length of time you are exposed.
are in the air we breathe, the food we eat and the water we drink. Even our " How far you are from the source of radiation.
bodies are slightly radioactive. These sources of radiation are called natural
" Which part of your body is exposed.
background radiation.
" How much material you inhale or take into your body.
Your health or physical condition can affectyour reaction to radiation exposure.
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rn The less radiation you are exposed to, the less chance you have of receiving We make and use radioactive sources every day. any harmful effects. That is why it is so important to have an emergency plan in place near a nuclear power plant. We need to treat radiation with caution Besides naturally occurring radiation, there is also artificial (human-made) rn and common sense.
radiation. Radioactive materials are used in medical and dental X-rays. They are used to help diagnose and treat diseases such as cancer. Science and Cook Nuclear Plant workers regularly check radiation levels both inside and industry use radioactive materials for research and to do such things as X-ray outside the plant. In the unlikely event of a serious nuclear accident at the plant, state and federal health experts would be called in to take radiation 0 welds. Other sources of radioactive materials are color TVs, smoke detectors, readings beyond the plant site boundary. These readings would determine some luminous-dial watches and clocks. Very small amounts of radiation what steps, if any, you, your family and coworkers would need to take to z come from generating electricity with nuclear power. protect yourselves.
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NOTICE TO FARMERS, FOOD PROCESSORS AND DISTRIBUTORS 0 HOW WILL YOU BE NOTIFIED IN A 0 PROTECTING THE FOOD SUPPLY DURING A NUCLEAR EMERGENCY? NUCLEAR EMERGENCY The State of Michigan will evaluate the seriousness of a nuclear accident. It Following a nuclear emergency, the public could be exposed to radioactive will order actions to protect the public and the food supply. material in several ways. At first, particles and gases released into the air 1 If you live within 10 miles of the Cook Nuclear Plant, your first warning could be ingested or inhaled directly. Additional exposure could result may be the sounding of emergency sirens. If you hear a siren for three from eating or drinking food or milk contaminated by traces of radioactive to five minutes, tune to a radio or television station listed on page 16 for material. Farmers, food processors and distributors will be required to take emergency information. steps to protect the food supply. Every step will be taken to minimize or avoid I10If you live farther than 10 miles from the plant, you will be notified by area contamination. Please read this page and the next to learn how to protect the radio and TV stations (see page 16). The news report will let you know if food supply in the event of a nuclear emergency.
you need to take protective action, or a Cooperative Extension Service official will contact you. Please follow the emergency instructions right m SAMPLES WILL BE COLLECTED TO DETERMINE away. PROTECTIVE ACTION.
10 If you have questions about a real or potential emergency, please contact After an accidental release of radioactive material, State of Michigan the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development at emergency workers will determine what protective steps you will need to 800-292-3939. take. Emergency workers will collect samples of air, water and soil to see whether there is radioactive contamination, where it is located and the
- WHAT SHOULD YOU DO IF YOU ARE TOLD TO amount. Samples of milk, forage, crops and processed foods also may be SEEK SHELTER? taken. Field data and other factors will be used by the state to determine the During a nuclear emergency, it is very important to limit your outdoor best course of action to protect the public and the food supply.
activities as much as possible. Please stay indoors and follow the instructions Samples may be taken as far away as 50 miles from the plant site. State provided in radio and television messages (see page 16). of Michigan emergency workers will give farmers, food processors and 0 WHAT SHOULD YOU DO IF YOU ARE ORDERED distributors outside of the 10-mile radius of the Cook Nuclear Plant specific instructions on how to collect and test samples.
TO EVACUATE YOUR FARM?
If you live within 10 miles of the Cook Nuclear Plant, you may be told to E SAMPLES ARE BEING TAKEN NOW evacuate. You may be permitted, with directions from the state, to reenter the TO GIVE US A BASELINE.
evacuated area temporarily to tend to the needs of your farm. You will receive instructions on what routes to use, safety precautions and decontamination Radioactive materials occur naturally in the environment. So Indiana procedures. Michigan Power and State of Michigan emergency workers continually take samples of the air, water, milk, vegetation and animal life near the Cook Your Cooperative Extension Service agent can provide animal health and Nuclear Plant. This gives them a "natural" baseline for comparison in the feeding guidelines.
event of a nuclear emergency.
0 HOW CAN A NUCLEAR EMERGENCY CONTAMINATE FOOD?
During a nuclear emergency, dust-sized, radioactive materials can fall onto fruits, vegetables or grains. This food could enter the food supply and be eaten by the public. For example: Cows could eat grass covered with radioactive iodine 131. Traces of the iodine could be passed through to the milk and then to people who drink it. Iodine 131 has the potential to concentrate in the human thyroid gland where it could cause thyroid cancer.
0 HOW TO PROTECT YOUR WATER SUPPLY IN A 0 WHAT YOU SHOULD DO IF FEED IS NUCLEAR EMERGENCY RADIOACTIVELY CONTAMINATED Store as much water as you can for your livestock. Cover open wells, tanks Only in extreme emergencies may you feed your livestock contaminated and other storage containers. Close off the intakes from contaminated grain or hay. If you must use the contaminated feed, you may be able to ponds, streams or cisterns. In general, water from wells and water heaters reduce the level of contamination. For example, if the feed is stored outside, should be safe to use. the contamination may be greater at or near the surface of the feed pile. You Radioactive contaminants deposited on the ground usually will travel very may be able to reduce the contamination level significantly by removing the slowly into the soil. If contaminants fall onto the surface of lakes and rivers, top portion.
the radioactive materials may get into the ground water supplies. It takes just Do not dispose of contaminated feed or hay unless spoilage has made a few hours for streams and lakes to carry the contaminants many miles. it inedible. Generally, contaminated products may be salvageable after adequate time passes and they are properly processed. Please keep m HOW TO PROTECT YOUR LIVESTOCK OR POULTRY IN contaminated feed supplies separate from other feed so the contamination A NUCLEAR EMERGENCY does not spread. Your Cooperative Extension Service agent can provide you The first priority is to protect dairy animals because radioactive materials with specific information.
can quickly enter the food chain through milk and other dairy products. If sheltering is required, shelter your dairy animals first.
- WHO PAYS FOR LOST OR DESTROYED FARM PRODUCTS?
Shelter livestock in covered barns or sheds unless the weather is extremely hot or other factors make sheltering impossible. Provide your animals stored Farmers, food processors and distributors could face serious financial losses feed such as hay, silage and bagged grain. Whenever possible, draw water for following a nuclear emergency. Under federal law, you will be reimbursed your animals from a well. Avoid using water from ponds, rivers and creeks. for any of these losses. The Price-Anderson Act, enacted by Congress in 1957, This will help to minimize the amount of radioactive material ingested by requires the operators of nuclear power plants and certain other nuclear your animals. facilities to purchase nuclear liability insurance policies for the protection of the public. As a result, no-fault insurance pools are in place to pay claims Poultry are more resistant to radioactive contamination than other farm promptly without lengthy court hearings. Claimants need only prove that the animals. Keep them in your enclosed facility and continue to give them injury or property damage resulted from the nuclear emergency. Commercial stored feed and well water. If your poultry are normally kept outdoors, insurance policies exclude coverage for nuclear emergencies because the bring them inside if possible. Eggshells provide natural protection from contamination. Generally, eggs will be safe to eat after the shells are washed Price-Anderson Act makes coverage unnecessary.
to remove surface contamination.
m DO NOT DESTROY YOUR ANIMALS.
Z Destroy your animals only if you get orders from state or federal authorities.
Do not slaughter any animals except for immediate food needs. Generally, animals that are exposed to radioactive contaminants and radioactive rainwater will survive. Many will be marketable and safe for humans to eat.
However, do not allow animals to graze in open fields unless the State of Michigan, your Cooperative Extension Service agent or another government official gives you permission.
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O NOTICE TO FARMERS, FOOD PROCESSORS AND DISTRIBUTORS, continued N WHAT YOU SHOULD DO WITH FOOD AND PRODUCTS Milk CONTAMINATED IN A NUCLEAR EMERGENCY Milk contaminated at low levels of iodine 131 may be converted to powdered milk or cheese. Then it will be stored until the iodine's radioactivity Crops in the field diminishes to safe levels. It may also be used in animal feed.
Let your standing crops grow to maturity. The level of radiation exposure they will receive should not affect their growth. Most contaminants will be washed Wildlife and plants off in the rain. Or, over time, the crops will return to safe levels as they grow. After a nuclear emergency, wild game such as deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant If special harvesting procedures are required, your Cooperative Extension and partridge may eat food and water contaminated with radioactive Service agent will give you instructions. particles. State of Michigan emergency workers may advise you not to eat Roots and tubers wild game until it has been sampled and assessed to be safe. Wild edible plants, such as native herbs, mushrooms, dandelion greens, spearmint, Potatoes, carrots and plants that mature under the ground generally are safe peppermint or wintergreen may have particles of contamination on their to eat. Make sure to thoroughly wash and peel these products to remove soil surfaces, too. Before eating, be sure to wash, brush, scrub or peel to particles and contaminants. minimize contamination.
Fruits and vegetables in the field How soon will the radioactivity reach safe levels?
Unprotected plants may have particles of radioactive contamination on their The speed that radioactivity diminishes depends on several things. Inert surfaces. Before eating them, wash thoroughly. Then brush, scrub or peel the gases released from a nuclear power plant lose their radioactivity within outer layers. Some leafy vegetables may be eaten after you remove the outer minutes. Wind or heavy rain tend to remove radioactive material from plants layers. very quickly. In some cases, however, a hard rain after a nuclear emergency If your crops do not need to be harvested immediately, leave them in the may splash contaminated soil onto plant surfaces. This will increase the field or on the trees. They should be able to be harvested once your area is amount of radioactive material on low-standing plants.
declared safe again.
You may lose some ripe fruits and vegetables to spoilage. Contamination m WHAT STEPS CAN BE TAKEN TO RESTORE levels in your area may be too high for field workers to harvest your crop in a CONTAMINATED SOILS?
timely manner. You will be reimbursed for crop losses. There are several steps that can be taken to restore soils contaminated in a Honey and apiary products nuclear emergency. One is not to use the soil for a period of time. In a worst-case situation, heavily contaminated soil may need to be removed and sent Following a nuclear emergency, State of Michigan emergency workers will to an approved radioactive waste disposal facility. Such drastic action may not need to take samples and analyze honey and beehives in the Protective be possible for large fields, but may be used for small plots or areas such as Action Areas. Contact your Cooperative Extension Service agent for walkways near buildings where people come in close contact with it.
guidance.
In less severe situations, fiber crops may be planted instead of fruits and Farm products vegetables. Deep plowing may be used to keep the radioactive contaminants If radioactive particles or material are present in large amounts, you may below the root zone until the radioactivity decays to safe levels over time.
be advised not to use, eat or sell garden produce or animal products until Liming may also be used to limit the absorption of specific radioactive samples are taken and analyzed. State of Michigan emergency workers will elements by crops.
conduct the sample tests and analysis. Please follow their orders to protect Farmers will receive guidance from the United States Department of the public's and your safety. Agriculture's Natural Resources Conservation Service on how to restore valuable soils to productive use.
N WHAT SHOULD FOOD PROCESSORS AND DISTRIBUTORS DO IN A NUCLEAR EMERGENCY?
After a nuclear emergency, government officials may restrict the movement of contaminated food products or withhold them from the marketplace.
These products should not be released until they are considered safe for consumption or a decision is made to dispose of them. State of Michigan emergency workers will instruct you on how to safely handle and dispose of contaminated food products.
The environmental damage caused by a nuclear reaction may be short-lived.
Steps can be taken to make a full recovery.
IMPORTANT: Do not destroy any animals, crops, milk or feed supplies unless directed by authorities to do so.
" FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT:
MSU-Berrien County Cooperative Extension Service 269-944-4126 1737 Hillandale Road Benton Harbor, MI 49022 www.msue.msu.edu/berrien
" IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT A REAL OR POTENTIAL EMERGENCY, YOU MAY ALSO CONTACT r) THE MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND oO RURAL DEVELOPMENT:
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When should I take KI?
Take KI only if a "General Emergency" has been declared at the Cook Nuclear Plant. If the emergency sirens sound for three minutes or more, tune to your local radio or television station (see list on page 16 in this calendar). Follow the instructions given by emergency officials. You may be instructed to shelter-in-place or evacuate. You should take KI only if the radio or TV announcements say that the power plant has declared a "General Emergency," the most serious type of plant emergency.
Ifyou are told to evacuate and don't have your KI readily available, don't waste time searching for it.
If you live within 10 miles of the Cook Evacuating or sheltering-in-place is the best way to protect yourself from harm due to radiation.
Nuclear Plant, it is recommended that you How much KI should I take?
keep potassium iodide (KI) tablets on hand One dose protects the thyroid for 24 hours2.777778e-4 days <br />0.00667 hours <br />3.968254e-5 weeks <br />9.132e-6 months <br />. You should be safely evacuated within the 24 hour2.777778e-4 days <br />0.00667 hours <br />3.968254e-5 weeks <br />9.132e-6 months <br /> time for everyone in your home or business. period. Taking more than the recommended dose will not help you and it will increase the risk of To get your KI tablets at no cost to you, side effects.
complete the voucher below and take it to FLI-11
. ýý one of the listedpharmacies. F= 3 If you have KI tablets from this AGE WEIGHT NUMBER OF TABLETS program, you do not need to 18+ years Any weight Two (2) 65 mg tablets get more this year. (includes pregnant and breastfeeding women)
Do you have your potassium iodide (KI) tablets? 12-18 years 150 lbs. or more Two (2) 65 mg tablets Get your free supply at area pharmacies 12-18 years Less than 150 lbs. One (1) 65 mg tablet Potassium iodide (KI) is available at no cost to people who live or work within 10 miles of the Cook 3-12 years One (1) 65 mg tablet Nuclear Plant. In the unlikely event of a serious accident at the Cook Plant, taking KI will help protect your thyroid from injuries caused by exposure to radioactive iodine. 1 month-3 years Half (1/2) 65 mg tablet To get your KI tablets, please read the information in this calendar, complete the voucher and (Pharmacy will provide directions for take it to one of the participating pharmacies listed on the voucher. Please get your tablets crushing and mixing tablet into a liquid.)
now so you are ready if you are ever asked to take them. You will NOT be able to get KI from the pharmacy during a nuclear plant emergency. Birth to 1 month Ouarter (1/4) 65 mg tablet (Pharmacy will provide directions for What is KI? crushing and mixing tablet into a liquid,)
KI (the chemical name for the drug "potassium iodide") is a non-prescription iodine pill. Iodine is an element that is found in nature and is also an important part of your diet. Because iodine is so What side effects could I have from taking KI?
important for your health, it is added to table salt. However, the iodine in the KI pill is much stronger KI can cause minor side effects. You could have an upset stomach or swelling in your mouth. Ifyou than the iodine in table salt. Table salt cannot be used as a replacement for KI. have a serious reaction such as fever, joint pain, swelling of the face or body or trouble breathing, How does KI work? get medical help right away!
In the unlikely event of a serious accident at a nuclear power plant, one form of radiation, radioactive Who should NOT take KI?
iodine, could be released into the air. This type of radiation can be stored in your thyroid gland. This You should not take KI if:
can cause thyroid cancer or other thyroid problems over time. Children are most at risk of thyroid injury from exposure to radioactive iodine. KI protects your thyroid by filling it up with a safe form "You are allergic to iodine. A shellfish allergy may not mean that you are allergic to iodine.
of iodine so that it can't take in radioactive iodine. Talk to your physician or allergist if you have a shellfish allergy.
It is important for you to know that KI does not protect your whole body from radioactive material. "You have dermatitis herpetiformus (DH) or hypocomplementemic urticarial vasculitis syndrome KI protects only your thyroid gland. (HUVS), very rare skin conditions.
How can I get Kl? Check with your doctor if:
Complete the voucher and take it to one of the participating pharmacies (see list on other side). - You already have a thyroid condition.
The pharmacy will provide you with the amount of KI that you need. Place the KI in a safe, dry - You are unsure whether or not to take KI.
location and keep it in its foil packet. You should keep it on hand as part of your emergency supply kit (to learn what to keep in your kit, see page 22 in this calendar). Be sure to get your KI now. You will not be able to get it from the pharmacy during a nuclear power plant emergency.
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Participating pharmacies 2012-2013 Potassium Iodide (KI) Voucher You may pick up your KI tablets at the following pharmacies:
By signing this form, I agree that I have read the KI information provided and that I am obtaining KI for
" Meijer Pharmacy, 1920 Pipestone Rd., Benton Harbor, Ml people who live or work within 10 miles of the Cook Nuclear Plant.
" Meijer Pharmacy, 5019 Red Arrow Hwy., Stevensville, Ml Complete 1 or 2:
" Meijer Pharmacy, 5150 S. Franklin St., Michigan City, IN 1. Requesting KI for Household Use
" Shoreline Pharmacy, 950 Blue Star Hwy., South Haven, MI Name:
How does this program apply to businesses?
Businesses can obtain KI for their employees, clients or patients. Businesses with more than 400 Address:
employees/clients/patients should call or email the Michigan Department of Community Health (MDCH) to arrange for delivery of KI. Ifa business chooses to participate inthe program, itis City: Zip:
responsible for having a dispensing plan that complies with these instructions. Ifyour business chooses not to participate, you can provide a copy of this voucher to your employees so that they County: Telephone:(
can obtain their personal supply of KI.
Read this information before signing the voucher. Number of people living at your home address:
Signing the form means that you agree to and understand the following:
I understand that: Ages of people living at your home address:
"KI is an over-the-counter, non-prescription drug.
"KI isto be taken only when a General Emergency has been declared at the 2. Requesting KI for Business Use Cook Nuclear Plant.
Name of Business:
"KI is NOT a substitute for evacuation or sheltering-in-place. I will follow the instructions of emergency officials.
Address:
"KI only protects the thyroid gland from radioactive iodine. Itdoes not protect the rest of the body. Ina nuclear power plant emergency, there could be health risks from other forms of radiation. City: Zip:
"Although taking KI is usually safe, itcan cause problems in people who have thyroid disease or are allergic to iodine. People who have dermatitis herpetiformus (DH) or hypocomplementemic Contact Name:
urticarial vasculitis syndrome (HUVS), two very rare skin diseases, should not take KI without first talking to their doctor. County: Telephone:(
I agree that:
"I will follow all instructions on how to use potassium iodide (KI). Number of employees/patients/residents/clients at this address:
"I will hold the pharmacy harmless from all liability, claims, suits or actions related to the use, delivery, labeling and packaging of KI. Signature: Date:
Additional agreements for businesses "I own or represent the business/institution named on the voucher. Pharmacy use only
- This business/institution will provide information on dosing and medical contraindications to all employees/clients prior to distributing KI. (NOTE: You will find this information ineach box of KI # of boxes dispensed: Lot #: Date dispensed:
and on the MDCH website at www.michigan.gov/KI.)
To qualify to receive KI tablets for your household or business, you must: Pharmacy name: Pharmacy #:
"Live or work within 10 miles of the Cook Nuclear Plant.
- Be 18 years or older. City:
- Present a government-issued photo ID.
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CARING FOR OUR COMMUNITY Don went to great heights to tell our stories DON,TAMES, 1931-2012 Whether he was taking breathtaking vistas from his airplane or shooting in the depths of the Cook Nuclear Plant, Don Ames and his camera were amazing. He documented our energy story from the day we broke ground to build our two nuclear units until the last couple of years.
Don's aerial, event and nature photographs appeared in every home in Berrien County starting with our 1995 Emergency Calendar. We know our stories will live on through his photographs. But we will miss his endearing sense of humor Whether it is funding and community enhancing projects are and warm smile.
constructing a Harbor Habitat members of the North American house this past summer, distributing Young Generation in Nuclear. This
$52,000 with the Heart of Cook energetic team of new employees, grants to 39 employee-selected 35 years old and younger, is an nonprofit organizations and projects inspiration to other Cook employees or maintaining a strong partnership as well as young people in area with Lake Michigan College's Energy corporations.
Production Technology course Does your favorite community offerings, Cook employees pitch in organization need financial or to help their neighbors. volunteer help? Talk with neighbors And it's not just long-time or family members who work at employees either. Some of the Cook Plant or contact:
plant's most active volunteers for Cook Energy Center school energy education programs, P.O. Box 850 the Berrien County Youth Fair, Bridgman, MI 49106 American Cancer Society's Relay 800-548-2555 for Life of Berrien County and other cookinfo@aep.com
START PREPARING NOW! IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS AND Emergency situations often catch people off guard. A good way to stay safe EMERGENCY INFORMATION in an emergency is to know what to do ahead of time. Here are five steps List all the phone numbers and emergency information you or a member you can take now to make sure you, your family and the people you work of your household or business may need in a personal emergency. Please with are prepared to handle any emergency. include names and numbers for your:
- 1. After you read this Emergency Information Calendar, please share it with Doctor: Sheriff:
your family or coworkers. Then display it where you can find it quickly Hospital: School:
when you need it.
- 2. Keep the following items together in a safe, easy-to-get-to place: Ambulance: Child caregiver:
Emergency cash Checkbook Pet supplies Dentist: Neighbor:
Your important papers Bank books Credit cards Police: Pharmacist:
Fire department: Work:
First aid kit Portable radio Personal identification Extra keys Extra batteries Potassium iodide (KI), Name of person or service Telephone number if obtained in advance Prescription medicines Flashlight Berrien County Emergency Services 911
- 3. Make a list of personal instructions that you, your family or coworkers Cook Nuclear Public Inauirv Line 866-362-3105 will need to follow in an emergency. Keep a list of supplies you may need with the instructions. Include on your supply list the items in step 2 above and the evacuation supplies listed on page 17.
- 4. Keep your vehicle in good running order. Fill your gas tank whenever it gets below half. If you do not have a car or do not have someone to drive you in an emergency, fill out the Functional Needs card on pages 16 and
- 17. Mail the card right away. You do not need a stamp.
- 5. Ifyou know people who have functional needs, make sure they mail in z_-.
a Functional Needs card. They include people who are vision-impaired; hearing-impaired; speech-impaired; have physical disabilities such as z
using a wheelchair, walker or oxygen tank; or have mental disabilities. Use this space to also list any special health or medical information Please help them fill out the Functional Needs card and return it right that an emergency team member may need to know about you, away (see pages 16 and 17). We have members on our emergency team your family members or coworkers.
to help people with functional needs get to safety. Also, if you know someone who is blind or cannot read well, please read this emergency Special health needs or emergencv information:
z information calendar to him or her. Then display it where family or friends can find it fast.
Photographs © 2013, Cook Nuclear Plant.
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MARG II PW 71 0(1 ()111 R NOVIN1131 R THANKS FOR GIVING US YOUR BEST SHOT Professional and amateur photographers submitted more than 500 photographs in this year's contest. Thank you to everyone who shared such incredible scenes and treasured moments in Berrien County. To look at all of the entries, visit our Facebook.com/CookNuclear page and click on the Take COOK SECURITY - ALWAYS AT THE READY Your Best Shot icon. You'll see how tough it was for us to pick only 12 photos!
Security at U.S. nuclear plants has always been extremely robust. Maybe that's because we never stop trying to get better. At Cook, we recently made multi- Start snapping. You could win $250 in our 2014 emergency million-dollar physical equipment upgrades to keep Cook at the top of the security calendar photo contest.
curve. We exercise and practice with elite forces, and always stand at the ready to With so much talent to tap in our area, we're holding this contest again. Visit protect your health and safety. Facebook.com/CookNuclear to learn about our simple guidelines and how to O Printed on 10% post-consumer recycled paper submit your work. We can't wait to see what you send!
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